OHIO
WHIZ
A Catholic priest placed on administrative leave last week by the Columbus Diocese won’t face charges in Muskingum County.
Zanesville Police spoke to the prosecutor who said the statute of limitations is up in the case involving former St. Nicholas priest Thomas Brosmer. Authorities found out about the incident through the Columbus Diocese. Police says the alleged victim was 11 when he said he was fondled by the priest.
Ohio law said prosecution must take place within 20 years of the offense. This case is over 40 years old.
“We hate to see a crime or a potential crime or a reported crime not be followed clear through,” said Chief Eric Lambes from the Zanesville Police Department. “It’s obvious there’s nothing that can be done here.”
Note: This is an Abuse Tracker excerpt. Click the title to view the full text of the original article. If the original article is no longer available, see our News Archive.